Job Description
University of Idaho
Director of Athletic Communications
Location: Moscow
Division/College: Athletics
Employee Category: Exempt
Pay Range: $55-65K
FTE: 1
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Position Summary:
The position ensures effective external communication, branding and messaging by leading and collaborating on communication efforts within the Department of Athletics and across campus. This position advances the reputation of Idaho Vandal Athletics, the University of Idaho, and assigned unit(s) through purposeful and creative messaging. The position will work in a collaborative environment with Department of Athletics staff, teams, coaches, student-athletes and partners on and off campus to create impactful communications. This position will act within all NCAA, Big Sky Conference, HIPAA, FERPA and university rules, laws and requirements.
Duties may include:
- Managing and hiring communications staff
- Managing communications budget and expenditures
- Write and edit a variety of content for assigned sports
- Maintain govandals.com, social media presence, and online communications
- Collaborate on data collection, insights and metrics to improve revenue digital strategy
- Collect and maintain statistical records for assigned sports
- Work with local and national media and broadcast partners to ensure accurate and timely reporting
- Provide consultation and writing support to department leadership
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in communications; four additional years of experience (for a total of five years) may substitute for a Bachelor's Degree
- One year performing media relations or public event organization
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in collegiate athletics
- Experience working directly with coaching staffs and teams
- Strong writer and copy editor
- Experience with video production and graphic design in Adobe Creative Suite
- Knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations regarding compliance issues
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
- Must be able to work in an environment with continual interruptions and outside noise
Must be able to work in an environment with continual interruptions and outside noise
Required Licensures, Certifications or other
Posting Number: SP005379P
Posting Date: 07/21/2026
Closing Date: 01/01/1900
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions:
Applications received by 08/04/26 will receive first consideration.
Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu
EEO Statement
University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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Why U of I?
Are you brave and bold? Come be a part of the Vandal family!
Diversity
The University of Idaho is committed to promoting access and inclusion, which is supported by the Office of Equity and Diversity. A variety of programs, services and policies promote our diversity initiatives and contribute to a respectful, responsive environment that supports the entire university population.
Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes core benefits such as medical, dental, and vision, as well as retirement and other exciting supplemental benefits that enhance the employment experience and life at U of I.
Work/Life Balance
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Employee Assistance Plan: Benefit Services offers a robust employee assistance program that is free and confidential. It provides eligible employees and their families with the opportunity to discuss personal problems with a professional counselor, receive unlimited telephone and Internet access to resource and referral information and obtain other self-help information.
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Time Away from Work: The university offers a generous paid time off package for benefit-eligible employees, as well as 12 paid holidays a year.
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Lactation Rooms: Designated locations across campus offer private rooms and resources for mothers to breastfeed or pump.
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Campus Recreation: Student Recreation Center memberships are available to board-appointed U of I faculty, staff and their spouses. Employees must use payroll deduction for memberships.
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Eligible employees can purchase wellness passes for the Student Recreation Center using payroll deduct.
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Events: Check out what university events are being offered, including seminars, classes, arts/entertainment, and social gatherings.
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Educational Resources: Benefit-eligible employees and their families can enroll in University of Idaho courses at discounted rates using the education benefit.
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U of I Children's Center: University employees have access to a year-round, child-centered child care center, conveniently located on campus. Fees vary depending on age and schedule.
About the area
Located in the beautiful rolling hills of the Palouse, Moscow is a great place to live, work and play! In addition to housing our residential campus, this safe, close-knit community offers amazing restaurants, arts and entertainment, shopping, recreational activities, and breathtaking natural beauty.
Area Resources:
The University of Idaho also provides state-wide impact through other campus locations including:
If you have any questions about pursuing a career at U of I, contact employment@uidaho.edu or 208-885-3611.
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Applicants with dual-career considerations can find university jobs such as professor jobs, dean jobs, chair / department head jobs, and other faculty jobs and professional and administrative staff employment opportunities with the University of Idaho and at other institutions of higher education in the region on AcademicCareers.com
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